1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 520 kg more than 1988 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Marbella | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
